Built by D.M. Barringer during the hey-day of Route 66, the view
from the observation tower was disappointing. I'm sure the Observatory
was located this far from the impact crater because it was right on
Route 66 and could lure travelers in. "Easy Off - Easy On" even back then.
For 25 cents one could view the crater through a telescope, and if the
weather was clear - actually see it!